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Arnold Stux Obituary
He was a 1988 graduate of Firestone High School, earned a B.S. at Northwestern University in Material Science and Engineering, a masters degree at University of Pennsylvania, and a Ph.D at Johns Hopkins University. He had been employed at Valence Technology in Henderson, Nevada, the Naval Research Lab in Washington, and Booz Allen. He authored a number of papers in technical journals, and his name was on several U.S. patents. He was also a fine musician and athlete, proficient on the piano and violin; he played competitive table tennis, and did martial arts.
He is survived by mother, Erica Stux Shore of Chatsworth, Calif.; sister, Lydia Stux of Evanston, Ill.; brother and sister-in-law, Ted Stux and Allison Goldberg of Lynn, Mass.; aunts, Greta Bayer of Beverly Hills and Ronnie Harlan of Cincinnati. He was the beloved uncle of Hart and Jeffrey Suskin, Julian and Chloe Stux.
The funeral will be on Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 10 a.m. at Rose Hill Burial Park.Visitation hours are 4 to 8 p.m. in the hospitality suite of the Radisson Hotel Akron-Fairlawn, 200 Montrose West Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Arnold Stux Memorial Scholarship Fund, Firestone High School PTSA, 333 Rampart Avenue, Akron 44313.
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Ronald Stux
April 29, 2013
I am shocked and saddened to learn of Arnie's passing. I had no idea until now. Something I read on Lydia's FB page but can't find again, made me search and that is how I found out. I am so sorry to hear about this terrible event.
February 28, 2013
Today is Feb. 28th, 2013 and me and my daughter, Christy have just found out about the passing of our sweet Arnie. We are shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of Arnie. He lived in Henderson, Neveda when I meet Arnie and my daughter lived there also. We would have Arnie over for dinner and we always enjoyed him so much. He kept in touch with my daughter and her family. When my husband passed away, Arnie sent me a sweet card. We are just devastated and your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
February 28, 2013
I loved Arnie. I met him in Vegas. So sorry.
Jason Perusek
September 14, 2012
I met Arnie 2 years ago as we worked on a Booz Allen project together. Very bright guy. After that project I worked with him often to nagivate the new company that Booz Allen had become... I only had the opportunity to know him professionally, and never knew of his hidden talents. He will be missed. Arnie was a really good guy.
Zach Feuerherd
May 21, 2012
From the Capitol Hill Toastmasters Club in Washington DC,
Arnold was a loyal and beloved member of our organization. As a group dedicated to developing better public speakers and leaders, Arnold exemplified everything Toastmasters International stands for.
After he joined the club in the fall of 2010, we had the pleasure of seeing Arnold's incredible work ethic and intellect in person. Arnold delivered a number of diverse speeches to the club including: technical speeches, persuasive speeches, and perhaps our most enjoyable...humorous speeches. He was constantly working to his improve his skills as a public speaker and leader. He was a model example for his fellow members.
We also had the pleasure of getting to know Arnold on a personal level. He was funny, witty, and kind to everyone. He warmly welcomed new club members, and built meaningful relationships outside of the organization.
In order to honor Arnold's life at our club, we have officially named our annual speech contest the "Arnold Stux International Speech & Evaluation Contest." We miss Arnold deeply. He was taken way too soon. We will continue to educate future members about his life, and strive for excellence in our work; the way he did on a daily basis.
Sincerely,
The members of the Capitol Hill Toastmasters Club, Washington DC
[email protected]
301-922-1643
John Curry
January 27, 2012
I first met Arnie almost 24 years ago, the first day that I arrived at Northwestern University as an undergraduate. He just happened to sit at the same table as me in the lunchroom where our dorms had assigned us, and he was my first (and, for a time) only friend there. We had some wild times in our four years at the university, although we drifted apart a bit in the later years as our careers took different directions.
Nevertheless, we reconnected after graduation a few times, especially while he was living in Las Vegas. Eventually, when I got married to my wife in Istanbul in 2001, he came over for the wedding and traveled around Turkey with us for the honeymoon--and then came a second time in a subsequent summer as well. I'll never forget the one time we accidentally left him behind in the middle of central Turkey, only to have to go racing back to find him. Unflappable as always, he was chugging a beer with the carpet salesmen in the parking lot, much to everyone's amusement. It became one of the enduring stories of all who came on the trip with us.
Arnie last came out to visit in September of 2011, with a fried of his. He got to meet my newborn son, and we had a nice dinner and then I later got together with them for drinks (oddly, my wife, contrary to form, decided to let me go for the late night festivities). When I was going to a conference in Washington, DC this past month, we made plans to hook up again and I was supposed to see him there. I was surprised when he never showed up at the airport to pick me up.
When a mutual friend tried to follow up on what had happened, we were both horrified to find, three days later, that Arnie had finally been found in the DC morgue, a victim of the accident that had claimed his life some time before. I have still not recovered from the shock of that discovery, and had hoped to spend many more years trading stories and enjoying visits with Arnie. While all souls taste death, this one has come far too soon.
My deepest condolences go out to all of his friends and family. If any of our mutual contacts who have gotten together in Vegas over the years read this, please do get in touch--I'd love to hear from you.
A fun day spent with Arnie in September at Kings Dominion amusement park
Teri Centner
January 12, 2012
I was very sad to learn of Arnie's passing today. I'm sorry I wasn't able to attend his funeral, but hope that I will be able to join some of his other friends here in DC for a gathering in his memory. Thank you for providing the scholarship fund as a way to remember him and help those who would follow in his footsteps to continue his academic legacy.
Jack Tao
January 11, 2012
It was very sad to me. Arnold Stux was remembered as a kind man, an intelligent scientist and a humorous friend. He was very popular in a toastmaster club where I met him. He had hoped to fly higher as a pilot. Unfortunately, the fatal accident grounded him forever. He will be missed. My sincere condolence goes to his family.
Lupe Solís
December 19, 2011
Dear Stux Family:
I met Arnie via my cousin José Enrique Martín Gonzalez (chemical engineer) who met Arnie in Henderson,Nevada. Ted Thurston was also part of that group. We all would take many fun trips together and share our lives with each other on a regular basis. We traveled together to Mexico City, Guadalajara, Guanajuato, Las Vegas, Napa, and San Francisco. While in Mexico we were in a dance contest and placed third place! Beating out 17 other couples. It was so much fun, and our prize was a bottle of tequila! It was hilarious, poor Arnie kept asking me; what's going on? I kept telling him, we're still in keep dancing. We laughed so hard after we won!
We all became great friends and last year I stayed with Arnie at his house in Washington D.C. He took me out to very cool places in D.C. He also took me around in his neighborhood and showed me the transportation system that was being built.
We were planning a trip to Brazil for the next year, and we were trying to figure out schedules. Arnie would come visit his aunt in California and always managed to sneak a little time to spend with us. Anytime we were all together and he wasn't able to be with us, we would call him and he'd laugh at us. We told him how much we missed him and wanted to know when he was coming to California next.
I'm still heartbroken with the news that our friend has gone. I miss him. I am so sorry for you loss Stux family. Please know how much we loved Arnie, and how we will always keep him in our hearts.
Lupe Solis
December 19, 2011
Dear Stux Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out about this terrible tragedy! It's so awful and my heart is broken. Arnie had just left me a voice message! I visited Arnie in September 2010 and stayed at his house for a couple of days. I became friends with him through my cousin Jose Enrique Martin Gonzalez (also a chemical engineer and longtime friend of Arnie's). I traveled with Arnie, Jose, and Ted to Mexico City, Guanajuato, Guanajuato and Guadalajara, Jalisco. Arnie and I won third place in Guadalajara when we participated in a dance contest with more than 20 other couples. Yes, a dance contest! We had such a great time! Arnie couldn't believe that we won. Our prize was a bottle of tequila! We had recently talked about going to Brazil to celebrate Jose's birthday. Arnie also spent a few days with me and Benito (my boyfriend) while we traveled on a three-day trip to Napa. We went to many wineries, and we all shared a room together. We always had a great time. Arnie was a joy to be with. I loved Arnie very much. Whenever Ted, Jose and I got together we always "drunk called him!" he would just laugh at us and say he wished he was with us. We always asked him when he was planning to come to California to hang out with us. He would always come out to see his aunt and try to swing by and spend time with us too. We also had the chance to meet his other friends when we went to Las Vegas! What a blast that was. We were able to sneak visits in between his family visits, one I remember was in San Francisco. My prayers are with you all. With my deepest sympathy.
Oliver Gross
December 19, 2011
To the Stux Fasmily,
My sincerest regrets in a time of mourning. Arnie and I were great friends and colleagues, and I too will miss him dearly.
Karen Schneiderman
December 19, 2011
Hello Lydia and the Stux Family: What a sudden and sad event. My sincere condolences to each of you. May Arnie's accomplishments and your love for him be a lasting legacy.
Paul Hoertz
December 17, 2011
Dear Stux Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences and sympathies on your loss. I was a labmate and friend of Arnie's from Johns Hopkins. Some of my best memories from graduate school and beyond involved mini-adventures with Arnie. He really thrived on living in the moment and doing spontaneous things. You could always count on him showing up and closing a party. He had a great sense of humor. He really enjoyed talking with people and sharing his analysis of various subjects. He will be sorely missed. I wish there was more time for another adventure. This time Arnie, you left the party way too early.
Michael Simon
December 13, 2011
Ted-I remember hanging out with Arnie when he visited the house and how excited he was to be part of the brotherhood. We are sure you are proud of all he accomplished. I am sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with you. Michael and Debbie
Laura Bauer
December 12, 2011
To the Stux family, I was very sad to hear of Arnie's passing. I knew Arnie when we were at Johns Hopkins together, and I will always remember him as a kind person with a good soul. He always had a positive view and nice words for all those around him. The world was a better place with him in it. He will be missed.
December 11, 2011
To the Stux Family,
Arnie will be fondly remembered by our family for his humor, intellect and various talents. His untimely passing has been difficult to comprehend. He had so much ability and zest for life. He accomplished so much for his young age. Our very deepest sympathy. Traci and David Solovey, Chevy Chase, Md.
Ilene Benson Kammer
December 10, 2011
To the Stux Family,
I'm so very sad to learn of Arnie's passing. Even as a young boy you could tell he was destined to make his mark on this world. My sons and I will treasure the memories we have of him.
Daniel Zanger
December 10, 2011
My sincerest condolences regarding Arnie's passing. I had known him for perhaps about 8-10 years or so. He was an exceptionally affable person and wonderful to be around. I know he will be greatly missed by all of those who knew him here in Washington,DC.
Jon Solovey
December 9, 2011
My deepest condolences to the Stux family. Arnie was a very special person, so talented and gifted.I enjoyed our conversations about life in general. G-D Bless you Arnie, may you rest in eternal peace!
Roberta Johnson
December 9, 2011
Eulogies always reveal facets of people we thought we knew. Since I knew Arnie mainly as a teenager, it was a revelation to discover his many talents and skills. He is clearly someone who would have been a pleasure to know as an adult. I am so sorry, Lydia, Ted, Erica and all of the Stuxes, that you have to face this untimely and terrible loss.
Bryan Bergeron
December 8, 2011
Arnie, you were such a great friend for many years and will be deeply missed. Thank you for all the memories from grad school, business trips, and adventurous vacations. My condolences go out to your family, and let peace be with you.
Bryan
Bruce Stein
December 8, 2011
Ted,My dear friend so Sorry for your loss. Your loss is my loss Arnold was I think a huge yet modest over achiever not un like his older Brother all Love. Bruce
Lenore Gordon
December 8, 2011
Dear Erica and family,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Arnie's sudden and tragic passing. Our thoughts and hearts are with you at this very difficult time. We wish that we could be there to hold and hug you. Let the good memories give you strength during this time of sorrow.
Much love from cousin Lenore and family
Patsy and Alan Siff
December 7, 2011
Erica ~
Our Deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our memories of Arnie are from the time he was growing up in Akron with Andy and Jon -- AZA and computers. We hope all his accomplishments and all the good memories sustain you at this devastating time.
December 7, 2011
I have many fond memories of spending Passover with the Stux family. Our thoughts are prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Lisa Alfonso Cohen
Dawn MacLeod
December 7, 2011
The news of Arnie's passing leaves many of us with a heavy heart. He had a way to make 'lemonade' in many situations, and remind the rest of us to lighten up and just enjoy ourselves. He reminded us to try new things, challenge ourselves, and not to be fearful. Thank you for touching our lives. Rest in peace.
Randy Sterns
December 7, 2011
I have good memories of Arnie from when we were kids. He was always nice and fun to be with. I am sorry for your loss!
Victor Mickelson
December 7, 2011
Arnie will be missed. He has been my friend for over 6 years. His passing has left a gap in my life that is now filled with memories of his humor, humbleness, generosity and dedication. As a fellow martial artist and warrior, he led his life in pursuit of his dreams. He will be missed.
Jeremy Monat
December 7, 2011
I'm sorry to hear that Arnie has died so young. Our lives intersected several times over the last nine years, from Young Professionals' Kesher, to scientific research in the Navy, to Sixth and I services. We have lost a good person and scientist.
Suzanne Lai
December 7, 2011
My deepest and sincere condolences to the Stux family.
May you rest in peace, Arnie. You will always be remembered. God Bless.
Jill Sadowsky
December 7, 2011
Ted and Lydia,
So very sorry to hear about your brother Arnie. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
December 7, 2011
Prayers of comfort to all in the Arnie
Stux circle of family and friends.
Rabbi Robert Waxman
Wilmington,NC
Rich & Stephanie Pazol
December 7, 2011
Ted - We were so sorry to hear about Arnie. Please know that our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
December 7, 2011
Dear Family of Arnie,
I am Ellen Katz, Elene Aiken's aunt. I am so sorry for your loss. Arnie was a frequent visitor to my home and to family events. We loved to hear him play piano and just be with him. He was always warm and happy. I can only imagine what a horrible loss this is to you all. We feel his loss too as a member of our small but very loving family. Everyone loved him in our family.
Ellen Katz (My sister, Carol Davis, is Elene's mom.
John Dao
December 7, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about Arnie's untimely death. I had seen him a few months back when he came out to play ball with us.I first met Arnie playing for the Penn Alumni basketball team and he continued to come out with us as we moved outdoors. That's what I remember most-- his love of basketball and I feel privileged to have known him, even for a few short years.
Elene Aiken
December 7, 2011
Arnie was a wonderful friend full of ideas and interesting conversation. We shared many special times and events together. He was truly one of our family and will be greatly missed.
Larry Klein
December 7, 2011
Ted
I Amal sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Larry Klein
Susan (Rosenfeld) DuCovna
December 7, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about Arnie. Please accept my deepest condolences. My heart goes out to all his family and friends.
December 7, 2011
Ted, our deepest sympathies on the passing of your father. May his memory be a blessing to you and your family.
Dee-Dee & David Stein
Eric & Lisa Berko
December 7, 2011
We have the Stux Family in our thoughts and prayers. We hope that, with time, warm memories help soothe the sorrow you must be feeling.
Marc Morrison
December 6, 2011
So very sorry for your loss.
Bill Levenson
December 6, 2011
I was saddened to hear of Arnie's passing. My condolences to Erica, Lydia and Ted and to his many friends from all over. We knew each other from growing up in Akron and reconnected many years later in Washington, DC. He will be missed.
Pam DeGroot
December 6, 2011
I was so saddened by the news that Arnie is no longer with us, I remember him clearly from his BBYO days. My condolences to the entire family, Ted, if you need anything when you get home please feel free to contact me. May his memory bring you comfort.
Amy (Fish) White
December 6, 2011
I knew Arnie in High School as an intelligent and talented young man. My favorite memories of him are from the soccer field when he was Manager of the team. He was always so easy going and had a wonderful sense of humor. I enjoyed visiting with him at our last reunion. Please know my family's prayers are with all of you.
Debbie Simon
December 6, 2011
I am so sorry to lose you "Ernie"
Wendy Penner
December 6, 2011
My heart breaks for the Stux family and for everyone who held Arnie dear to them. I pray you will find comfort in your memories of Arnie and in the love and support of family and friends. Ted I wish I could be there for you in person but I'm holding you close in thoughts and prayers. Arnie I know you were loved and will be missed.
Wendy
Suzanne Rainey
December 6, 2011
Arnie, Thank you for your kindness, and generosity, and interest in so many people and things in this life. You were that to so many of us--a true gift, and you will be missed.
Debbi Rosenblum
December 6, 2011
We were so saddened to hear about Arnie's passing. What a tragedy. I knew him as a child, but it sounds like he was truly an amazingly talented and intelligent man.
May his memory be a blessing,
Debbi Rosenblum
Sandy and Mort Emerman
Scott Emerman
Barbara & Fred Morrison
December 6, 2011
We were saddened to hear about the loss of Arnie. We remember your whole family and the children growing up at the same time as ours in Akron. Our condolences to all of you, may his memory be a blessing.
December 6, 2011
On my way to Ohio from the DC area. I have only known Arnie for less than a year but some of my fondest memories were spent on H St, The Birchmere and The E Street Theatre. Dinner was never missed - followed by long, thought provoking conversations.
My drive will be filled with great Arnie memories.
I wish I had a CD of his piano playing! What a talented guy and a true friend.
Stacey Solovey(Maryland)
Andrea Lessem
December 6, 2011
Deepest condolences to Arnie 's family and friends.
December 6, 2011
Our sincere condololences to his family. I have fond memories of him growing up in Ohio.
Charlotte
December 6, 2011
We will miss his gentle spirit.
December 6, 2011
Our sincerest condolences to Erica and Arnie's entire family on this sad loss. We have fond memories of Arnie from his years in Akron, growing up in the same age span as our sons.
Michelle and Dick Levin
December 6, 2011
This is such a loss. Arnie was a joker, so dry, everyone's friend, always wanted to have a good time, eat well, sometimes talk politics. or batteries, but you could always count on him for good conversation and good wine too. He was such a decent, good and kind man, thoughtful too. He was always a pleasure to do things with, easy-going and fun, and generous, we need more people like him around, he will be missed. Our hearts go out to his family, he loved life, his heart was big. We will say his name in our prayers, may his memory be a blessing. Sammy and Adam Woolfe
Chris Friedman
December 6, 2011
Arnie and I were friends throughout high school. He was an intelligent, generous and funny guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Stux family and loved ones during this difficult time.
Chris B. Friedman
Mitzi Kotler
December 6, 2011
Arnie was a sweet child and, from all accounts, a kind and thoughtful man. He also made the most of his many intellectual gifts, something too few of us do. To Erica, Ted and Lydia I send my deepest sympathies on your tragic loss.
george colopy
December 6, 2011
my sympathies go out to the stu family. R.I.P Arnie your in a better place now
NRL coworkers and friends
December 6, 2011
Arnie was a thoughtful and caring guy who was well liked by all, and had many friends among us. This is a tragedy, and our thoughts are with Arnie's family. Please accept our condolences.
Robert Longo
December 6, 2011
You will be missed Arnie-San but, your warm smile, gentle heart and friendship will never be forgotten. Rest in peace brother.
Missy Merklin-Kim
December 6, 2011
My condolences to the family, I have such fond memories of Arnie from childhood. Sending prayers.
Wendy Kissin
December 6, 2011
Arnie was so bright, warm, engaging, and downright huggable. He was curious and enthusiastic, and he was always game for a new adventure. The world needs more people like him. It is just too soon to say good-bye to him. Way too soon. In addition to missing his friendship, I will always feel grateful to him for introducing me to my husband, which led to the birth of our wonderful twins.
Robert and Nelly Molano di Targiani
December 6, 2011
The diTargiani family would like to acknowledge the loss of a great scientist and researcher today. Arnie, you were a kind, sweet, peaceful, incredibly intelligent and friendly guy. Everybody from the Johns Hopkins Chemistry community will remember you and miss you dearly. You have left, in your short time on this Earth, a invaluable contribution to science with your tireless work to make this world a better place.
Michelle Morrison Brown
December 6, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to the whole family. May his memory be a blessing.
Jeremy Pietron
December 6, 2011
Arnie was a great coworker and a great friend. He will be sadly missed by all of us who knew him here in Washington.
Robert Stevens
December 6, 2011
On behalf of the Kageshin Dojo's, we would like to say "thank you", thank you for being our friend, thank you for being our comrade. You will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers go to his family. Arnie we will all miss you.
Sensei
Bob Fish
December 6, 2011
May his memory be a blessing to all who share in it.
Ziggy M
December 6, 2011
My condolences to your family. Arny was a great guy, very kind and thoughtful.
Todd Kotler
December 6, 2011
May the Source of Peace grant Peace Arnie, to your family and all who mourn your passing
Alison Robbins
December 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Stux family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this devastating time. Arnie was a very special and important person in my life and will always have a special place in my heart and in my memories.
Adler Family
December 6, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 6, 2011
On behalf of the Jackie Walker Agency, Nationwide Insurance, here in Washington, DC, we would like to extend our condolence to the family during this most difficult time. We have insured "Arnie's" home and car for quite a while and have very much enjoyed our relationship. In fact, we "broke bread together" on Friday, November 18, 2011. Arnie will be very missed. Jackie Walker, Agency Owner 202.548.5240.
Romayne Jacquet
December 6, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Romayne Jacquet and James Furibondo
Jill NienhiserJillN
December 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Arnie's family. Arnie was a smart, talented, kind man who will be greatly missed.
Amy Matthews-Spencer
December 6, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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